An ‘Expanded’ Look into Large Format Tile This
article, the first of a two-part series pertaining to large format tile, will
provide the background behind large format tile, and discuss the science behind
the “trendy” and increasingly popular use of such products.
by BillGriese
When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Get Going Let’s
face it. I could try to put a positive spin on today’s economic crisis in this
article, and most of you would roll your eyes. The facts are obvious. Money is
harder to borrow. Consumers are not spending their money or moving into new
homes.
MAPEI CEO: Texas facility necessitated by customer demand According
to MAPEI, a recent expansion of its Garland, TX, facility was “in response to
increased levels of demand from customers,” said Rainer Blair, president and
ceo of MAPEI Americas.
WFCA: Attend Surfaces, visit our booth, walk away with $1,000 To
expand awareness about member benefits and celebrate its 50th Anniversary, the
World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) is opening its Surfaces 2009 booth and
granting free access to all show attendees.
USG Design Studio now features LEED Report Tool USG’s
previously launched Design Studio, an interactive online tool, now features a
LEED Report Tool that calculates the recycled content of USG products based on
MR 4.1 and 4.2 formulas.
Art Tile Collection The Art Tile Collection is a targeted
section for the producers of handcrafted and specialized art tile.
Oceanside Casa
California, one of Oceanside Glasstile’s seven product lines of handcrafted
artisan glass, includes an extensive selection of field tiles, liners, decos,
and trim.
Orcon unveils M2 wet saw Orcon’s
custom-designed M2 wet saw (for cutting ceramic, porcelain, granite and stone
tile) includes many features.